Marion County Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marion County Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 98.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,290 ft |
| Max Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,053 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02548 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARION COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marion County Lake Dam?
Marion County Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Marion County Lake Dam?
Marion County Lake Dam is owned by MARION COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marion County Lake Dam built?
Marion County Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Marion County Lake Dam?
Marion County Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marion County Lake Dam?
Marion County Lake Dam has a dam height of 55 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Marion County Lake Dam last inspected?
Marion County Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.